Assistant Academic Advisor (COHS)

Company: Sam Houston State University
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

*Requisition:*202200063S*Title:*Assistant Academic Advisor (COHS)*FLSA status:*Non-Exempt*Hiring Salary:*This position is a pay grade 12. Please see Pay Grade Table at: [*Occupational Category:*Technical/Para-Professional*Department:*SAM Center*Open Date:*02/18/2022*Open Until Filled:*Yes*Educational and Experience Requirement:*Bachelor s degree in related field. Two years of experience in Academic Advising or experience in a related field. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.*Nature & Purpose of Position:*Serves as Assistant Academic Advisor to students and helps design programs relevant to students in their academic pursuits.*Primary Responsibilities:*Advises enrolled and prospective students for the College of Health Sciences, regarding their academic programs and curriculum. Maintains student files updated throughout their academic careers and makes changes to records as necessary. Provides retention advice to students on probation. Assists with resolving academic issues. Assists with coordinating orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students. Assists with recruiting high school or community college students and gives presentations to small or large groups. Analyzes and processes degree plans and degree exceptions. Assists all student populations, regardless of field of study. May help with training new advisors. Performs other related duties as assigned.*Other Specifications:*Regular contact with students, parents, faculty, and staff.This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).*Full Time Part Time:*Full Time*Quicklink:*[*EEO Statement:*Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

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